They flocked to see the once great man
Standing alone at the mike on the stage
The years they had not been kind
Hunched up struggling before he began
Once soul and clarity were his trade mark
Today there was a certain emptiness
A lost soul plying his trade the best he could
But lacking conviction no credible spark
The music so loud drowned his voice
The ravages of abuse for all to see
A hanky needed to wipe the brow
A life impacted by a faulty life choice
The crowd were generous in their applause
Singing as best they could to vintage hits
Supporting their once golden idol
Feeling in their hearts he was a lost cause!
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Author:
The Retired Bloke (
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- Comment from author about the poem: This poem was written after going to see a once great American 1980s pop idol. The ravages of time and drugs have taken their toll. It was a sad sight to witness.
- Category: Reflection
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Comments3
A fine write RB.
Thank you
Yes it can be so sad to see your idols of the past falling to the ravages of time and drugs.
So very true.
Your poem outlined so well the familiar outcome from drugs and not knowing the time to stop public appearances - - a touching read R.B.
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